Here’s a quick snapshot to assist you in experiencing the McLaren Vale and Fleurieu Coast in your recreational vehicle, caravan or camper trailer. From accommodation to long vehicle parking, we have you covered!
Exciting news, Aldinga, Christies Beach, McLaren Vale, Old Reynella and Willunga have joined SA Parks Community Welcomes RV program. See below where you can park your vehicle while exploring the townships or the closest caravan park or bush camp to stay overnight. The locals are can't wait to say hi!
Aldinga and Aldinga Beach
Part of SA Parks Community Welcomes RV program
Accommodation
- Aldinga Beach Holiday Park – dump point onsite
- Big 4 Port Willunga Tourist Park – dump point onsite
Long Vehicle Parking
- Aldinga Township - Old Coach Road and Port Road (after Old Coach Road roundabout) and weekday is best, as it is busy on the weekend.
- Aldinga Central Shopping Centre (Aldinga Beach)
Christies Beach
Part of SA Parks Community Welcomes RV program
Accommodation
- Christies Beach Tourist Park – dump point onsite
Long Vehicle Parking
- Parking is available at various points along Beach Road (main street)
- Note: parking close to the Esplanade is difficult and best to park further away on Beach Road and walk down.
McLaren Vale
Part of SA Parks Community Welcomes RV program
Accommodation
- McLaren Vale Lakeside Caravan Park – dump point onsite
- Additional camping – Onkaparinga River National Park Pink Gum Camp Ground
Long Vehicle Parking
- Field Street Coles carpark
- Parking is available at various points along Main Road (main street) including coach parking near Hardys Tinara/Robern Menz Fruc Choc Shop
- McLaren Vale and Fleurieu Coast Visitor Centre - (RV combinations) up to 12.5m long.
Old Reynella
Part of SA Parks Community Welcomes RV program
Accommodation
- Closest caravan parks are McLaren Vale Lakeside Caravan Park and Moana Beach Tourist Park – dump point at both caravan parks.
- Additional camping – Onkaparinga River National Park Pink Gum Camp Ground
Long Vehicle Parking
Parking is available at various points along Old South Road (main street).
Old Reynella Shopping Centre, with access from Hop Street providing the best access for long vehicle parking.
Willunga
Part of SA Parks Community Welcomes RV program
Accommodation
- Nearest caravan park is McLaren Vale Lakeside Caravan Park.
Long Vehicle Parking
- High Street (main street) near the Willunga Court House and Slate Museum.
Clarendon
Accommodation
- Closest camping – Onkaparinga River National Park Pink Gum Camp Ground
Long Vehicle Parking
- Clarendon Main Street (Grants Gully Road)
Moana Beach
Accommodation
- Moana Beach Tourist Park - dump point onsite
- Low cost overnight stay trial (outside park perimeter) - limited number of spaces. Please contact the caravan park direct to book.
Long Vehicle Parking
- Seaford/Moana Shopping Centre
- Seaford Train Station
Old Noarlunga
Accommodation
- Closest caravan parks are McLaren Vale Lakeside Caravan Park and Moana Beach Tourist Park – dump point at both caravan parks.
- Additional camping – Onkaparinga River National Park Pink Gum Camp Ground
Long Vehicle Parking
- On street parking along Patapinda Road near the Old Noarlunga Hotel.
- Note: Weekday is best outside of school drop-off/pick up times as it is busy on the weekend.
Port Noarlunga
Accommodation
- Closest caravan parks are Christies Beach Caravan Park and Moana Beach Caravan Park – dump point at both caravan parks.
Long Vehicle Parking
- Just slightly out of the township on River Road offers the best long vehicle parking, with only a short stroll to Port Noarlunga – a path from WM Hunt Reserve follows the river back to Port Noarlunga.
- Note: If feeling like you will snap up a good main street park (Gawler Street & Saltfleet Street) you can try your luck – parking time limits apply.
Other great options
Low cost fully self contained vehicles overnight stays
- Moana Beach Tourist Park (outside park perimeter) - $15 per night and includes 1 free access to the dump point every three days
- Onkaparinga River National Park Pink Gum Camp Ground
Dump point available without overnight stays
- McLaren Vale and Fleurieu Coast Visitor Centre - (FREE) providing potable water and amenities. This is designed for RVs (RV combinations) up to 12.5m long.
- Moana Beach Tourist Park - $5 fee
Other nearby free dump points
For more inspiration about what you can do when here, our blog provides lots of information about the best way to explore McLaren Vale and Fleurieu Coast.